2019 Petzl GRIGRI

News

From January 2019, Petzl have discontinued the GRIGRI 2 and replaced it with the new 2019 Petzl GRIGRI. So, what are the differences?

Rope capacity

A better single rope capacity range gives an improved optimal use.

The 2019 GRIGRI (D014BA0x) is compatible with dynamic single ropes 8.5 to 11 mm, optimised for 8.9 to 10.5 mm

The old GRIGRI 2 (D14Bx) was compatible with dynamic single ropes 8.9 to 11 mm, optimised for 9.4 to 10.3 mm

2019 D014BA00 Petzl GRIGRI
2019 D014BA00 Petzl GRIGRI
Petzl GRIGRI2 D14BG
Petzl GRIGRI2 D14BG

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cam

The improved cam helps to give smoother descents. As a result, they are better controlled and more comfortable.

The rope guide has also been improved, which will help prevent the rope moving outside the guide channel. 

D014BA00- Petzl GRIGRI cam and rope installation
D014BA00- Petzl GRIGRI cam and rope installation
Petzl GRIGRI2 D14BG cam and rope installation
Petzl GRIGRI2 D14BG cam and rope installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Petzl GRIGRI and GRIGRI2 comparison

2019 Petzl GRIGRI D014BA00 on the left Petzl GRIGRI D14BY on the right

 

Petzl GRIGRI and GRIGRI2 comparison

2019 Petzl GRIGRI D014BA00 on the left Petzl GRIGRI D14BY on the right

D014BA- Petzl GRIGRI progressive cam
D014BA00 Petzl GRIGRI progressive cam for smooth descent
Petzl GRIGRI2 D14BG
Petzl GRIGRI2 D14BG

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Grigri 2 (D14B_) DISCONTINUEDGrigri (D014BA__)
Assisted Braking*YesYes
Anti-Panic Handle**NoNo
Aluminium side plates, stainless steel cam and friction plate, reinforced nylon handleAluminium side plates, stainless steel cam and friction plate, reinforced nylon handle
Rope Diameter Capacity8.9mm – 11mm (Single Ropes)8.5mm – 11mm (Single Ropes)
Best for9.4mm – 10.3mm (Single Ropes)8.9mm – 10.5mm (Single Ropes)
Weight170g175g
CertificationCE EN15151-1, UIAACE EN15151, UIAA
Colours (2018 / 2019)Grey, Yellow, TurquoiseGrey, Red / Orange, Blue
Price RRP (2019)£65£65

* Assisted Braking function is activated when a climber falls, the cam pivots which pinches and blocks the rope travel. Always hold the brake side of the rope.

**Anti-panic handle: if a user pulls too hard on the handle, the anti-panic function brakes and stops the descent.

Unchanged features and benefits:

  • Assisted braking: when a climber falls, the cam pivots which pinches and blocks the rope travel. Always hold the brake side of the rope
  • The rope installation diagram helps ensure correct rope installation
  • Simple to use for belaying both lead and top-rope climbers
  • Lightweight, compact and balanced design
  • Certification: CE EN 15151-1, UIAA
  • Even better news is that the price remains unchanged at a suggested RRP of £65
CodeD014BA00D014BA01D014BA02
ColourGreyRed/OrangeBlue

To buy the 2019 Petzl GRIGRI, please visit www.abaris.co.uk

For further information please see Petzl.com